THE PRICE OF REVENGE

ML De Blasi heightens the drama and emotional resonance with her narration of this entrancing novel. Cathy is young and alone in the world when she becomes involved with middle-aged, kind Police Chief Frank. Once he tricks her into marriage, he becomes controlling and physically and mentally abusive. De Blasi makes Cathy's fear palpable and Frank's descent into abuse horrifying. Cathy plots her escape and frames Frank for her "murder." On the run for 20 years, Cathy learns to love and trust again. De Blasi shows the kindness and love that men can give and Cathy's growth as a trusting person. When Frank is released from prison, Cathy must make her final stand. Listeners will cheer her spirit as they fear for her life. L.M.G. © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine [Published: JANUARY 2025]